Convertible Car Seats

A newborn needs a rear-facing seat, either a dedicated infant car seat that clicks into a base, or a convertible seat used in its rear-facing mode. Infant seats are popular because they lift out to carry a sleeping baby and click into a stroller. Our team can help you decide which fits your car and your plans.

An infant seat is smaller, clicks in and out with a base, and pairs with a stroller, but your child will outgrow it, usually within the first year or two. A convertible stays in the car and grows from rear-facing to forward-facing, so it lasts longer. Many families use an infant seat first, then move to a convertible. We'll walk you through the trade-offs.

Safety experts recommend keeping your child rear-facing as long as possible, until they reach the top height or weight limit of their seat's rear-facing mode. Rear-facing is the safest position, so there's no rush to turn the seat around. Check your specific seat's limits, or ask our team and we'll help you read them.

A booster comes after your child outgrows the harness limits of their forward-facing seat. The booster raises your child so the vehicle seat belt sits correctly across the shoulder and lap. Kids stay in a booster until the seat belt fits properly on its own, which is usually around 4'9" tall. We can help you check the fit.

Yes, visit our Sumner, WA showroom to compare seats, click them into a base, and get a feel for the fit before you commit. We don't work on commission, so there's no pressure.